Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle, Fries & Warm Naan
Creamy Butter Chicken with Garlic Drizzle, Fries & Warm Naan is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken thighs in a rich and creamy sauce, finished with a luscious garlic drizzle. This meal is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, offering a satisfying blend of flavors and textures. The crispy fries and warm naan elevate this dining experience, making it both comforting and unique. Enjoy this easy-to-make recipe that is sure to impress your guests while being adaptable to various tastes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion
- 1 can (14 oz) tomato puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Sugar to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in a mixture of yogurt, lemon juice, spices, and minced garlic for at least 30 minutes.
- In a skillet, melt butter and cook the marinated chicken until browned; set aside.
- Sauté chopped onion in the same skillet, then add tomato paste and puree; simmer briefly.
- Stir in heavy cream and return chicken to the skillet; simmer until heated through.
- Prepare garlic sauce by mixing mayonnaise, yogurt, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Serve hot with fries and naan drizzled with garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg